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POH 59Y

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,172 mi
Last recorded88,172 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOH 59Y
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2020 88,172 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 88,056 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 87,828 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 87,655 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 87,489 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 87,322 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 87,014 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 86,839 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 86,296 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 85,718 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 85,526 miles

slight bind on both o/s brakes

slight play in o/s/f trunion joint

Pass 3 Sep 2008 85,182 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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POH 59Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying POH 59Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of POH 59Y?

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What year was POH 59Y registered?

POH 59Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is POH 59Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for POH 59Y shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does POH 59Y have outstanding finance?

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